The Speedcross is a neutral running shoe family using Gore-Tex technology from Salomon.
The Speedcross Vario 2 GTX is a Gore-Tex and waterproof version of the Speedcross Vario 2.
It's a trail running model. As a neutral support shoe, it's suitable for runners with neutral pronation. The latest model in the family is the Salomon Speedcross 5.
According to our analysis of prices across the internet, at current rates it's in the cheapest 10% of running shoes.
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released | Released | Dec 2021 | Feb 2020 | Nov 2017 | ||
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productAthletes | Pro athlete users | |||||
Weight | WeightM: 329 g W: 269 g | 301 g | 11 g | 269 g | M: 241 g W: 213 g | 230 g |
Forefoot | Forefoot19 mm | 23 mm | 25 mm | 18 mm | 7 mm | |
Heel to toe drop | Heel to toe drop10 mm | 8 mm | 8 mm | 6 mm | 6 mm | 6 mm |
Heel | Heel29 mm | 31 mm | 31 mm | 24 mm | 13 mm | |
Terrain | TerrainTrail | Trail | MudSnow/iceTrail | Trail | Trail | Trail |
Brand | BrandSalomon | Asics | Salomon | Salomon | Merrell | Inov-8 |
Strike Type | Strike TypeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike |
Shoe Type | Shoe TypeFor big guysFor heavy runners | For big guysFor heavy runnersLightweightMaximalist | Maximalist | Lightweight | Lightweight | |
Breathable | Breathable | |||||
Rock plate | Rock plate | |||||
Techs | TechsGore-Tex | Gore-Tex | ||||
Waterproofings | WaterproofingsWaterproof | Waterproof | ||||
Environmental Characteristics | Environmental Characteristics | Vegan Ⓥ | ||||
Common characteristicsNeutralNeutral pronationHigh arch |
Characteristics | |
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Sports | Running (+1580) |
Terrain | Trail (+434) |
Brand | Salomon (+82) |
Support Type | Neutral (+1219) |
Pronation Type | Neutral pronation (+1246) |
Strike Type | Heel strike (+911) |
Arch Type | High arch (+1214) |
Shoe Type | For big guys (+342)For heavy runners (+342) |
Techs | Gore-Tex (+82) |
Events | 10k (+616)Half marathon (+616)Marathon (+616)Obstacle course racing (+22) |
Waterproofings | Waterproof (+74) |
Specifications | vs Average | |
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Model | Vario 2 GTX | |
Measurements | ||
Weight | M: 329 g W: 269 g | |
Heel to toe drop | 10 mm | |
Heel | 29 mm | |
Forefoot | 19 mm |